Certified Sterilization Technician

Pride Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Pride Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. The role focuses on decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and maintenance of surgical instruments, ensuring safety and infection control.

You will follow ANSI/AAMI standards, operate washers and autoclaves, and contribute to quality by inspecting equipment and packaging trays. Shifts include 2nd and 3rd with pay between $26 and $30 per hour, with eligibility for comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and instrument decontamination.
• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control practices.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AAMI standards and IFUs.
• Ability to operate washers and sterilizers safely.

Responsibilities

• Follow all ANSI/AAMI standards, IFUs, SOPs and work instructions.
• Decontaminate used instruments with proper PPE.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble complex instruments.
• Assemble and package instrument trays per guidelines.
• Operate washers, sterilizers, and other processing equipment.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and function before packaging.
• Document missing or damaged instruments per SOPs.

Skills

Decontamination procedures

Sterilization techniques

Infection control practices

ANSI/AAMI standards

Autoclaves and washers

Manual dexterity

Tools

Autoclaves

Washer disinfectors

Instrument packaging equipment

Job description

Pride Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to join a team in Richmond, VA.

Duties

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring every item meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and infection control.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), SOPs, and company Work Instructions.
• Decontaminate used surgical instruments and equipment using proper PPE and protocols.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble complex surgical instruments as required.
• Accurately assemble and package instrument trays and sets per guidelines.
• Operate washers, sterilizers, and other processing equipment safely and effectively.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage prior to packaging.
• Document missing or damaged instruments per SOPs.

Skills

• Hands-on experience in sterile processing, demonstrating proficiency in decontamination, assembly, and sterilization procedures.
• General knowledge of surgical instruments and processing protocols.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, including steam sterilization and infection control practices.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AAMI standards and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs).
• Skill in operating washer disinfectors, autoclaves, and other related equipment.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Additional Information

Schedule: 2nd Shift (B): 2:00 PM-10:30 PM or 3rd Shift (A): 11:00 PM-7:30 AM

Pay Rate: $26/hour - $30/hour

• *Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.